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At Goodwill Support, we understand the importance of taking a break while ensuring your loved ones receive the highest standard of care. Our Respite Support services provide short-term, flexible care solutions that give families and caregivers much-needed relief while maintaining a safe and supportive environment for participants.
We offer customized respite care tailored to the needs of both participants and caregivers. Whether it's for a few hours, a day, or an extended period, we ensure individuals receive compassionate, quality care in a secure setting.
Participants benefit from a nurturing atmosphere that promotes well-being and engagement. Our trained staff provides supervision, companionship, and meaningful activities to create a comfortable and enjoyable experience.
We recognize the dedication of caregivers and provide them with the opportunity to rest and recharge. With our trusted respite services, families can take time for themselves, knowing their loved ones are in capable hands.
Our respite care programs encourage social interaction, recreational activities, and skill-building opportunities to support personal growth and community engagement.
Caring for someone you love is rewarding, but it’s also constant. Everyone needs a chance to rest, recharge, and simply be themselves for a while. That’s what respite is for. At Goodwill Support, we give Tasmanian families a safe, caring break while your family member enjoys quality support of their own.
Respite works both ways. You get time to look after your own health, catch up on life, or just breathe. The person you care for gets new faces, fresh activities, and a change of routine they often come to love. Good respite leaves everyone better off.
This service suits any NDIS participant whose plan includes funding for short-term support or short-term accommodation. It helps families and carers across Tasmania who need regular breaks, planned time off, or cover during an emergency.
We support people with a wide range of needs. That includes people with intellectual disability, physical disability, autism, and psychosocial disability. Whatever the situation at home, we tailor respite around it.
Respite isn’t one fixed thing. We shape it around what your family actually needs.
Some families want a support worker to step in for a few hours so the regular carer can rest or run errands. Others prefer a full day out in the community, where their family member heads off to do something they enjoy. We also help with overnight and weekend stays through short-term accommodation, giving carers a proper stretch of time to recover.
Planning ahead matters too. We can set up regular respite, say one afternoon a week. A break then becomes part of your normal rhythm, not just something you reach for in a crisis.
Respite is never just babysitting. Our support workers turn the time into something genuinely good. Your family member might visit a local café, join a community group, get out into nature, or work on a hobby they care about.
These outings build confidence and social skills. They also give the person you care for a sense of independence and a life that’s their own. Many participants look forward to respite as the highlight of their week.
We’re a Tasmanian team, so we know the area and the activities that suit different people. Whether you’re in Hobart, Launceston, Devonport, or a smaller town, we match support workers who understand your community.
Trust is everything when you’re handing over the care of someone you love. We take time to introduce the right worker, learn your family member’s routines, and get the small details right. That way you can step back knowing they’re in good hands.
Starting is simple and there’s no pressure. Reach out for a relaxed chat about your situation and your NDIS plan. We’ll explain how respite works, check what your plan funds, and build a schedule that gives you real relief.
Ready for a break you can count on? Contact Goodwill Support today and let’s talk about respite that works for your whole family.
Does my NDIS plan cover respite? Often, yes. Respite is usually funded through your Core Supports budget, sometimes as short-term accommodation. We can help you check your plan and understand what’s available.
Can respite happen in my own home? Yes. A support worker can come to you so your family member stays in familiar surroundings while you take a break. We also offer outings and overnight stays if you’d prefer.
How often can we use respite? That depends on your funding and your needs. Some families use it weekly, others save it for school holidays or emergencies. We’ll help you plan an approach that lasts the year.